Joseph M. Myers

Image: Joseph circa, 1978


Vital Statistics at Time of Disappearance

Missing Since: February 12, 1978

Missing From: Cahokia, St. Clair County, Illinois

Classification: Endangered Missing

Date Of Birth: August 2, 1963

Age: 14 years old

Height and Weight: 5’4″ and 130 pounds

Distinguishing Characteristics: White Male, Brown hair, Blue eyes

Clothing/Jewelry Description: A corduroy coat and a pair of blue jeans


Details of Disappearance

Joseph was last seen in Cahokia, Illinois on February 12th 1978. He has never been seen or heard from since. The circumstances of his disappearance are unclear but his family believes he is deceased and have erected a tombstone despite him not being located.

Most agencies state that Joseph disappeared in February 1981 when he would’ve been 17 years old. However, this was not correct. Myers remains missing and his case unsolved.


Investigating Agency

If you have any information concerning this case, please contact:

Cahokia Police Department 618-337-9505


Source Information

The Doe Network

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